paroolSep 3, 2026, 10:08

Dutch Media Authority loses confidence in Ongehoord Nederland

The Dutch Media Authority has lost confidence in the broadcaster Ongehoord Nederland following a broadcast that featured a speech by Adolf Hitler. The regulator has submitted an investigation report to the government, citing a pattern of failing to meet journalistic standards and a inability to fulfill public media obligations.

The Dutch Media Authority has officially expressed a lack of confidence in the broadcaster Ongehoord Nederland (ON!). This decision follows widespread public outrage caused by a recent broadcast that featured a segment of a speech by Adolf Hitler. According to the regulator, this incident is not an isolated event but rather part of a recurring pattern of failing to meet established journalistic quality standards. The authority previously issued a formal warning to the organization regarding these shortcomings.

The regulatory body has now concluded an investigation into the matter and submitted its report to the government minister. Officials stated that this latest broadcast served as a turning point, leading to the conclusion that ON! is unable to maintain proper operational standards or fulfill its public media obligations. Having been under increased supervision for some time, the broadcaster now faces potential consequences as regulators voice concerns over the integrity of the public broadcasting system and the impact on public trust caused by these persistent structural failures.

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Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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